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Hey Bill, just answered your questions via private message .... Thanks !! Gerald
To be honest with you, after using the needle bearing version for awhile i'm not too fond of them either. The Z slide as a whole is a pretty good...
A 425 oz stepper would work fine, just make sure the board your using will handle the amperage and voltage necessary to run it.... I'm using a 48V...
Just sent you a message Bill... Thanks !!
Your friend is right..... For most of the reasons you stated and few more..... Your better off converting a bridgeport to CNC or buying a Tormach...
No problem at all.... Good luck with your build !! Gerald
I was using a Chris Laidlaw mount holding a DeWalt 611 router, now i'm using a Chris Laidlaw custom mount with a 65mm air cooled GMT spindle......
You can use that board or one similar like this one that will handle up to 5A motors:...
Router/mount package is sold...... Steppers are still available... Thanks !!
Lovin' the racecar red !! Sharp looking machine !! Just want to elaborate on cutting aluminum a bit. The DOC and speeds are really hurt by router...
I don't believe so, XPro is design for use with Grbl...
I can do that, after Ebay hits me with fees and whatnot it would probably be closer to $175 anyway... I'll contact you via private messages... Thanks
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I agree with Jonny on the chinese stuff, it's always better to try and spend a bit extra to get some decent parts with good support... I don't...
In my honest opinion, I would trade out the XPpro board for a Gecko 540 or even if you wish to go the cheaper router one of the $60...
Now listed on Ebay, get a great deal !!! http://www.ebay.com/itm/251907187721?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
Found the back mount plate to allow the router to be mounted to 2080. It will be included in the sale... Thanks !!
I replied to the other one you sent but it looks as though you may not have gotten it.... I'll check your email and reply again shortly... As for...
Here's a video that may be helpful.. [MEDIA] [MEDIA] and an article I found on another forum, might give you some ideas... I haven't needed to...
LOL, you'll be happy with the 611, it's a good router... The precision bits collets are nice, I use them on my PC 3 1/4hp router also...
